Physical Therapist 3 - Stadium Clinic

Job Description

The UW Medical Center-Montlake – Sports Medicine Center has an outstanding opportunity for a Physical Therapist 3 within the Stadium Clinic. WORK SCHEDULE Full-Time / 40 Hours Per Week Day Shift POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Be responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical therapy evaluation and intervention to patients with complex medical diagnosis and/or difficult social situations (multi system impairments and or multiple co morbidities) referred by a licensed provider. This individual will administer treatments and physical agents as determined by the evaluation in an effort to restore function and prevent further disability following injury, disease or physical disability. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Manage/instruct and mentor a full or part time student including identifying the student’s learning style, setting weekly goals in collaboration with the student and progressing the clinical education at an appropriate level. Completes all appropriate documentation (i.e. CPI). Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed. Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities. Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team. Directs and delegates appropriately Physical Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapy Aides, student assistants, Medical Assistants and volunteers. Provides evaluation of coworkers including interviewing, hiring, evaluating and termination. Maintains records pertinent to personnel and operation of the department. Manages caseload independently, asks for help as workload/census varies and volunteers available time to other clinicians. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Follows hospital and department policies and procedures related to infection control, personal and patient safety. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety. Maintains personal work area in a clean and orderly fashion. REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized school of physical therapy or completion of a Physical Therapy program AND at least two years of relevant experience as a Physical Therapist. OR Equivalent education/experience. DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS Minimum 3-5 years of Physical Therapy experience LEGAL REQUIREMENTS Current WA State license to practice as a Physical Therapist DESIRED 1-2 years of Sports Medicine experience ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street. Excellence. Exploration. Education. ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $51.36 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $75.71 hourly Other Compensation: - Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00% Union/Bargaining